DSM throat measurements
09-08-2011, 05:52 AM
#23
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Originally Posted by hairquilt
How can I find out which DSM has the largest throat? Mine is only 7 inches & I so want to try FMQ my quilts. Don't know where to start looking.
Stephanie
09-08-2011, 06:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Feathers-N-Fur
My Singer 31-15 has a 10.5" throat and was only $285, in perfect condition from a service tech. It is my FMQ machine. He told me most of his 31-15's go to quilters.
there is a 31-15 on ebay for $100
09-08-2011, 06:49 AM
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Originally Posted by sewingladydi
Bernina 820 quilters edition is just a little under 12"
09-08-2011, 08:28 AM
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I just measured my Babylock Espire. From the needle to the right is 8" with 4 1/2" clearance.
My Juki has more but it's in the shop for routine cleaning/oiling. It's higher and wider.
The Babylock cost more (class machine for $1700) and has a lot of pretty stitches. The Juki is a straight stitch, lean mean work horse. I can do free motion on it. I bought mine for $700. I easily did a queen size flannel quilt on it. Haven't done a king yet. I have it set up on a 6 foot table - no frame.
What I like about these machines - especially the Juki - is that all the little levers and such are positioned out of the way of quilting. I've done quilting on regular size machines and the pressor foot lever or the thread was constently getting in the way.
The Juki is purely mechanical and needs oiling. But, it does a beautiful straight stitch and sews through several thickness easily. I especially like making tote bags on it. Can you tell I love my Juki!
A lot of dealers have machines that people have traded in. Check with them and bargain for a good price. It's good to buy from a local dealer because sometimes they offer free classes and they give better customer support if you buy the machine from them.
My Juki has more but it's in the shop for routine cleaning/oiling. It's higher and wider.
The Babylock cost more (class machine for $1700) and has a lot of pretty stitches. The Juki is a straight stitch, lean mean work horse. I can do free motion on it. I bought mine for $700. I easily did a queen size flannel quilt on it. Haven't done a king yet. I have it set up on a 6 foot table - no frame.
What I like about these machines - especially the Juki - is that all the little levers and such are positioned out of the way of quilting. I've done quilting on regular size machines and the pressor foot lever or the thread was constently getting in the way.
The Juki is purely mechanical and needs oiling. But, it does a beautiful straight stitch and sews through several thickness easily. I especially like making tote bags on it. Can you tell I love my Juki!
A lot of dealers have machines that people have traded in. Check with them and bargain for a good price. It's good to buy from a local dealer because sometimes they offer free classes and they give better customer support if you buy the machine from them.
09-08-2011, 01:43 PM
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I have the Janome 6500P and have quilted a king on it.
Originally Posted by scowlkat
Not only does the Ellisimo have a 10" throat but it is also 5" from the bed to the top which gives 50 sq. inches. Height is also important.
Depending on your budget, the Janome 6500P has 9" throat and I could quilt full size quilts with no problem. I have never made a quilt larger than that so can't testify about a queen or king but would bet it is doable.
Depending on your budget, the Janome 6500P has 9" throat and I could quilt full size quilts with no problem. I have never made a quilt larger than that so can't testify about a queen or king but would bet it is doable.
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